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Ukraine War

Stunning images of food shortage in Russian grocery stores

Western sanctions have made everyday life in Russia almost unbearable, with food and medical supplies running dangerously low.

Biden gets heated with reporter over sanctions question

Biden gets into a tense exchange at NATO summit with reporter over topic of Russia sanctions, saying "sanctions never deter" several times.

US to expand sanctions against Russia, target gold reserves

The Biden administration announces expanded Russia sanctions as well as taking in 100,000 Ukrainian refugees and $1 billion in aid.

Ukraine War

'Running out of food' - Brutal sanctions biting Russians

Reporters were unable to find sugar in local stores as residents expect basic goods to become unaffordable with sanctions taking a toll.

Dennis Ross:

'IRGC promises are about as credible as Putin's'

Former Middle East advisor criticizes reports that Biden considering removing terror sanctions from IRGC.

EU announces further sanctions against Russia

"Those who enable the invasion will pay a price," said EU foreign policy chief Josep Borell. Among those sanctioned: Roman Abramovich.

Iran nuclear deal:

Russia: We secured exemption from sanctions on trade with Iran

"We received written guarantees," said Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Deal now appears imminent.

Tit for tat:

Russia imposes sanctions on Joe Biden

Russia retaliates to US sanctions with announcement of sanctions against US officials, Hilary Clinton, and Hunter Biden.

EU announces further sanctions on Russia

EU approves fourth package of sanctions targeting individuals and entities involved in invasion of Ukraine.

Jet belonging to Roman Abramovich spotted in Israel

Jet linked to sanctioned oligarch landed at Ben Gurion Airport. FM Lapid: Israel will not be route to bypass sanctions.

Top US official:

'We expect Israel to join the sanctions against Russia'

Under Secretary of State to Israeli TV: You don’t want to become the last haven for dirty money that’s fueling Putin’s wars.

US downgrades trade status with Russia

Biden announces that the US will downgrade its trade status with Russia and also ban imports of Russian seafood, alcohol and diamonds.

Canada announces sanctions on Russian billionaire

Canada sanctions Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, following UK's move one day earlier.

Yad Vashem suspends partnership with Roman Abramovich

Holocaust museum suspends strategic partnership with Russian billionaire due to sanctions.

Zelensky thanks Biden for latest sanctions on Russia

Ukrainian President says newest US sanctions will "significantly weaken the occupiers".

Watch: Biden announces ban on imports of Russian energy

US President announces new measures against 'main artery of Russia's economy' in response to invasion of Ukraine.

Canada to impose sanctions on 10 Russian oligarchs and officials

Days after accusing Russia of using cluster bombs and calling for a no-fly zone over Ukraine, Canada adds more Russia sanctions.

Blinken:

'Sanctions on Russia have nothing to do with Iran deal'

Secretary of State dismisses link made by Russia between Ukraine-linked sanctions and Iran nuclear deal.

Russia:

'US sanctions a stumbling block for Iran nuclear deal'

State Department says US sanctions imposed on Russia are not related to 2015 Iran nuclear deal.

Ukraine War:

Visa and Mastercard suspend operations in Russia

Card payment giants Visa and Mastercard become the latest to take action against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

Pelosi supports banning Russian oil imports

House Speaker says she supports banning Russian oil imports to the US, amid escalating war in Ukraine.

US to cave to Iran?

Netanyahu: Bennett and Lapid must act with all their might

Israeli TV report: Agreement with Iran expected to be signed next week, US will remove sanctions from dozens of Iranians.

'NATO alliance isn't enough, we need a cyber alliance'

'Next stage of Ukraine war is on the financial realm, commercial sanctions not suitable for world of digital payments,' JVP founder says.

EU sanctions top Kremlin-linked oligarchs

European Union sanctions key moneymen accused of backing Putin's regime.

Lapid to ministers: Do not help the oligarchs

Foreign minister warns other ministers not to assist oligarchs after sanctions against Russia are implemented.

US expels 12 Russian diplomats at the UN

Washington cites national security concerns as reason for the move. Russian ambassador: We will respond.

US moves to cut off Russian central bank US dollar transactions

The Biden administration announced on Monday that is taking measures to block American dollar transactions from Russia’s central bank.

Blinken:

'Key Russian banks will be cut off'

Secretary of State on latest Russia sanctions: We are prepared to take further measures.

Ukraine War:

SWIFT system to be cut off in Russia

World leaders have decided to add the international transfer system SWIFT to the sanctions against Russian aggression.

White House announces:

US to sanction Putin and Lavrov

White House confirms US will sanction Russian President, Foreign Minister and other members of the Russian National Security team.

UK announces immediate sanctions on Putin and Russian FM

PM Boris Johnson tells NATO meeting that Putin is engaged in mission to overturn post-Cold War world order.

EU leaders agree on new sanctions against Russia

EU to freeze Russian assets in the bloc and halt its banks' access to European financial markets.

Canada evacuates embassy in Ukraine

Embassy staff leave for Poland as government announces it will impose additional sanctions on Russia working with NATO partners and allies.

US sanctions smuggling network for Houthis

Treasury announces sanctions on illicit financing network for Yemen’s Houthi rebels.

Biden on Ukraine crisis:

US imposes sanctions on Russia: 'Defending freedom has costs'

US President delivers address to the nation after Putin moves to send troops to parts of Ukraine, announces sanctions on Russian financing.

Republicans introduce sanctions against Putin

Republican senators introduce sanctions to deter Russian President from invading Ukraine.

Iranian President:

'Deal is possible but sanctions must be truly lifted'

President Ebrahim Raisi says nuclear agreement is "at hand", but sanctions must be "truly lifted".

Senators working on 'mother of all sanctions' against Russia

Senators Bob Menendez and Jim Risch say they are confident they can pass "massive" sanctions against Russia if it invades Ukraine.

Iranian President:

'Agreement with US possible if sanctions lifted'

Iranian President says an agreement with the US over 2015 nuclear deal is possible if sanctions on Iran are lifted.

US sanctions Hezbollah-linked individuals

US Treasury sanctions three Lebanese nationals and 10 companies linked to Lebanon-based terrorist organization.

Biden:

'Russia has never seen sanctions like the ones I promised'

US President holds news conference to mark a year in office: Progress is being made with Iran, it's not the time to give up.

US sanctions three men with Hezbollah ties

US Treasury imposes sanctions on three businessmen with ties to the Hezbollah terrorist organization.

Iran: Time for US to decide on sanctions removal

Iran says it is time for the US to take political decisions to resolve key remaining issues at nuclear talks.

Nikki Haley: Iran sanctions a 'badge of honor'

Former US ambassador to the UN brushes off Iranian list of 51 US officials it will sanction.

U.S. to Israel: We have an alternative scenario for Iran

However... implementing it will be another story.

Iran: UN won't see nuclear images until sanctions are lifted

Iranian official says IAEA will not be able to examine camera images from nuclear facility until after sanctions are lifted.

US places new sanctions on Iran for human rights abuses

Sanctions come as renewed talks on Iran's nuclear program make no progress.

Iranian President vows to get sanctions lifted

Ebrahim Raisi vows to tackle Iran's economic woes, says his government is working to lift the sanctions.

Senators call for sanctions over plot to abduct Iranian activist

Two US Senators seek to impose sanctions on Iran over attempt to kidnap journalist and activist Masih Alinejad earlier in the year.

Iran: Removal of sanctions is a priority

Iran’s Foreign Minister: A good deal is within reach if the West shows good will.

Iran: US must lift Trump-era sanctions

Iran’s Foreign Minister says there is no way to return to JCPOA without the lifting of all US sanctions.

Iran: Agreement can be reached if all sanctions are lifted

Iran’s Foreign Minister reiterates his country wants the lifting of all sanctions in a verifiable process.

GOP: Biden must not ignore Iranian human rights abuses

Congressional Republicans ask Biden to offer assurances that he will hold Iran accountable for human rights abuses and funding terrorism.

US sanctions Iran's drone program

US Treasury sanctions Iran, says lethal UAVs from the Revolutionary Guard Corps were used in attacks in the Gulf region.

White House quietly removes sanctions on Iranian missile firms

Advocacy group calls on White House to explain why it lifted sanctions on two Iranian missile producers without explanation.

US, Qatar impose sanctions on Hezbollah

State Department announces sanctions on Hezbollah financiers in coordination with Qatar.

Iranian Pres: Iran wants talks to remove US sanctions

Ebrahim Raisi tells UN Genral Assembly Islamic Republic wants to resume negotiations with goal of ending American sanctions.

Iran to US: Stop your addiction to sanctions

Iran livid after US sanctions four Iranians who plotted to kidnap American journalist of Iranian descent.

US sanctions four Iranians who plotted to kidnap journalist

Treasury announces sanctions on four Iranian intelligence operatives behind failed plot to kidnap Iranian-American journalist.

Iran and Syria vow to confront US sanctions

Iran and Syria vow to take “mighty steps” to confront US sanctions, say their relations will strengthen under Iran’s new leadership.